Just Because of Kristina Werner

It's time for Kristina Werner's color inspiration and this week's colors are Chocolate Chip, Pumpkin Pie, Kiwi Kiss and Very Vanilla... doesn't that make you hungry? LOL! I actually missed the last 4 KW's challenge and there are so many other challenges that I’ve wanted to participate into but due to lack of time, I have to make quickie cards. And after seeing this week's colors, I wanted to join in the fun... again!

Here's my take... Michelle Zindorf of My Life and Artistic Celebration had this punched vases tutorial months ago and had it saved to my faves hoping I can create these beauties. So, while listening to the Vice President debate last night, I was punching (use Stampin' Up Large Oval Punch), cutting (stacked all three and cut top and bottom), sponging (the left side of the vase for some shadow effect) and rubbing (used Stampin' Up Love and Happiness Rub ons for the sentiment) away. You got to try these!

And as promised, here are the 2 cards that I received. The one on the left is from Ashley Newell of A New Design and the one on the right is from Carolyn Bounds of P.M.S etc (Papers, Markers, Stamp, etc).

Paper: Very Vanilla, Chocolate Chip, Pumpkin Pie and Kiwi Kiss card stock from Stampin' Up

Accessories: Stamping dimensional, Prima Flowers, Large Oval Punch, Self-Adhesive rhinestones and Stampin' Up Love and Happiness Rub Ons

Got RAK?

I received several RAKs this weekend and I feel bad for not posting them right away.

Anyway, the first card I received was from Charmaine of Oodabug Alley. I left a comment on her post here after stating that she's drawn to Halloween stamps sets but really don't send out Halloween cards, so I told her "maybe, it's time to send them out". And so she did. You should see this card IRL... just awesome! And make sure to visit her blog...it's a must. Thanks again, Charmaine!

Next card is from Holly of Hog Wild About Stamping. She commented on one of my Sarah Kay cards and we offered to exchange some images. She sent me this card and a bunch of images and I just can't wait to use them. She's the one who inspired me to make this pink guitar. Stop by her blog to see her beautiful creations. Thanks, Holly! And this card is just perfect, my birthday is in 2 weeks...how did you know Holly? ;)

I have a couple more RAKs to share but I didn't have the chance to take pictures last night. I forgot to post the card that Carolyn Bounds of P.M.S etc (Papers, Markers, Stamp, etc) when she sent me some House Mouse images a couple of months ago. She's one of the House Mouse & Friends Monday Challenge Design Team, make sure to visit her and see her amazing work... totally worth it! Thanks, Carolyn!

Another RAK is from Ashley Newell of A New Design, she sent me a card after winning her Holiday Blog Candy. I've been a fan of her work for awhile now and always admire her cards. I wasn't expecting to get a card from her but to get her card was a treat itself. I was actually more excited to see her card than the Christmas Ornament CB embossing folder....LOL! I dare you to go and visit her and once you're there, you'll be back for more. Thanks again, Ashley!

I'll make sure to post both Carolyn and Ashley's cards tomorrow :)
Hope you're having a great day!